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Raikkonen: ‘Good getaway' key for race

Kimi Raikkonen believes that the two Ferraris have to get a good getaway at the start of the Russian Grand Prix. The Scuderia locked out the second row behind the two Mercedes, and the long run down to Turn 2 could be crucial for the outcome of the race. Last year, Valtteri Bottas got a flying start from P3 and led after Turn 2, going on to secure his maiden victory in Formula 1. 'Because it’s such a long straight that if you make a good start the tow effect is massive,' Raikkonen said. 'We’ll see how it pans out, it’s usually quite hectic in the first corner, because of that. 'We’ll try to make a good getaway and see where we come up.' The Finn may struggle to get...
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